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Fiscal cliff numbers: Not as painful, but you will pay more

Yes, taxes are going up on most Americans, but families dodged a much bigger bullet thanks to the fiscal cliff deal. However, because the so-called "holiday" tax was allowed to expire, income earners will see an increase. See how much more in taxes you'll pay.Source: Tax Policy Center

On average, households earning between $20,000 and $30,000 will see an additional tax of $297.

On average, households earning between $30,000 and $40,000 will see an additional tax of $445.

On average, households earning between $40,000 and $50,000 will see an additional tax of $579.

On average, households earning between $50,000 and $75,000 will see an additional tax of $822.

On average, households earning between $75,000 and $100,000 will see an additional tax of $1,206.

On average, households earning between $100,000 and $200,000 will see an additional tax of $1,784.

On average, households earning between $200,000 and $500,000 will see an additional tax of $2,711.

On average, households earning between $500,000 and $1,000,000 will see an additional tax of $14,812.

On average, households earning more than $1,000,000 will see an additional tax of $170,431.

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